1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1976 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Spider | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
